1987 Lancia Delta vs. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 495 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 550 kg more than 1987 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Delta | 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Lancia | Ferrari |
| Model | Delta | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1214 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2649 mm |
